Where does Willow Shield grow?
Pluteus salicinus
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Open the appWillow Shield grows in specific habitats. Knowing where to look and when is the difference between an empty basket and a successful forage.
Where to find Willow Shield
Decaying Wood
Grows on dead wood, especially willow branches and trunks.
Geographic Region
Found in Europe and North America.
Foraging tips
- Habitat. Look for bluish-grey, shield-like mushrooms on dead willow wood.
- Season. Fruiting occurs mainly in autumn.
Quick Check
- Substrate:
- Dead willow wood
- Fruiting:
- Autumn
- Odor:
- Mild or indistinct
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